Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World? Or just want to learn more about the parks and don't know where to start? Disney Darling breaks down the basics for you! Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World Disneyland and Disney World are two different parks, located on opposite sides of the country. As mentioned in this post , it is a common misconception that Disneyland and Disney World are the same thing. Disneyland is the first Disney theme park ever, opening in 1955. It is located in Anaheim, California, near Los Angeles. Disneyland has two different parks: Disneyland Park (with the castle), and Disney's California Adventure (or DCA). Disneyland also has three hotels and the Downtown Disney shopping district. Walt Disney World is located in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. It opened in 1971, after Walt's passing. Walt Disney World has 4 different theme parks, 2 water parks, 28 hotels, and the Disney Springs shopping district. There are quite a few more differences, but lo
Getting a picture with your favorite character is just one of the many things you can do at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Here is some information on the characters at the Magic Kingdom and where you can find them. Mickey and Friends Mickey and his pals are iconic Disney characters, so of course you'll want a pic with them. They can be found in all the Walt Disney World parks. At Magic Kingdom, the majority of them are at the Storybook Circus area and wearing circus costumes. Mickey Mouse The mouse man himself is one of the first character meet and greets you'll pass by at Magic Kingdom. He is at the Town Square theater, which is just to your right as you step out onto Main Street. He is a very popular character and meets guests almost all day long. Minnie Mouse Minnie Mouse is on the other end of the park, at Pete's Silly Sideshow in the Storybook Circus area. Minnie meets next to Daisy Duck, so you will be able to get a picture with each. Since this meet and gr